Bike excursion meeting in the Panorama Lounge
If you have signed up for our Biking Excursion, or for those interested. Please meet with our CD & TDs for details on this excursion. Thank you,
Excursion Choice: Strasbourg City Tour
Our guided tour this morning begins drive to Strasbourg. We continue on foot as we admire the old town, including its impressive cathedral (when available). Return to the ship for lunch or remain in town for free time and lunch on your own.
Excursion Choice: Strasbourg City Biking
Explore Strasbourg, starting and ending at the ship. Biking mostly on paths, but must occasionally share the road with pedestrians and other cars, experienced bikers only, 8.5 miles (14 km). Start and finish at the ship. Regular bikes (not e-bikes).
Excursion Choice: Maginot Line Bunker Visit
If you have signed up for this option, please return on the 11:30am shuttle from the city. Voxes are required. Drive by coach (approximately 60 minutes) for a tour of the WWII bunker complex Maginot Bunkers- Lembach four à Chaux. Constructed in the 1930's, it was an ultramodern defensive fortification for it's time. Most of the facilities are still very well preserved. You must be able to ascend a fairly steep hill at the beginning of the tour and several flights of stairs to see the gun turret. Closed, sturdy shoes are a must.
Onboard Guest Entertainers: Chanson Trio Performance
Join us in the Panorama Lounge for our guest musicians, the critically acclaimed and talented French Jazz & Chanson Trio. Please note bar service is suspended during the performance out of respect to the musicians. Please feel free to arrive early for your beverage order.
DOCKING LOCATION
Entre os Rios, Portugal (AM)
Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal (PM)
WEATHER
Precip: 40 %
Low: 51 °F I 11 °C High: 55 °F I 13 °C
ANNOUNCEMENTS
These are kept to a minimum, especially in the afternoons and evenings, so that we do not disturb you while resting. Please refer to your daily program for events. Feel free to arrange a wake up call!
ARTHUR’S BISTRO
Here you will find 24-hour tea, hot chocolate and coffee, delicious cookies, and healthy snacks. In the morning, enjoy a light continental breakfast offering, and during the day, enjoy casual a la carte dining. In the evening between 6:00 pm and 10:00 pm, Arthur's is available for a sharing-style dining experience or a la carte service. Bar service is available on request. No reservations are required in Arthur's.
BICYCLES / GOLF PUTTERS
See the Reception Desk to use. We have a fleet of low-step-through,21-gear bicycles with handbrakes. Please note a waiver must be signed for the bikes and the provided helmets must be worn.
FITNESS ROOM
Open 24/7, Deck 1. Out of respect for your fellow guests, please refrain from walking or jogging on the Sun Deck after 9:00pm and before 9:00am. Guests must be over the age of 18 or accompanied by an adult to use the fitness center.
IN-CABIN SAFE
There are instructions for programming your cabin safe located IN the safe itself. Call the Reception Desk (dial 9) for further assistance.
LAUNDRY
Find the services list and laundry bag in the bottom drawer in your cabin closet. Call the Reception Desk or ask your room attendant about pick-up.
LISTENING DEVICES
Please make sure your “VOX” – personal audio device – is placed in the charger in your cabin. Make sure it remains in the charger overnight throughout the tour. Earpieces are available at the Tauck Travel Desk. Please bring your listening device - "VOX" - every day for the tour, unless we tell you not to.
LUGGAGE STORAGE
There is space to store your luggage under your bed. Ask your cabin attendant if you require assistance.
MASSAGE
See the Reception Desk for details and appointments.
ONBOARD SAFETY VIDEO
While unpacking your belongings please be sure to view our Safety Video on your cabin television - Channel 4. We will play the video continuously throughout the cruise. If you have any further questions regarding safety procedures please see the Reception Desk.
RECEPTION
The Reception Desk is open everyday from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Please dial 9 in order to contact the night watch outside of these hours. Wake-up calls are available upon request.
REFRESHMENTS
A cold-water dispenser is located on the Deck 2, foyer, beside the public washrooms. Tauck provides a reusable water bottle in your cabin for use throughout the tour and to take home with you. Snacks are available at anytime, anywhere on the ship, via our "Bite to Eat" menu which can be found in the black folder in your cabin. Order at the bar or by dialing the Reception (dial 9. Available until 11:00 pm.
SHIP SECURITY
All exterior ship doors are locked at all times when docked. Place your cabin keycard against the black sensor pad beside the jamb to open. Please always swipe your keycard on the Tauck Sensor Stand by the doors so that we know who is on and offboard at all times. Additionally, for your stateroom security, ensure that your balcony doors are shut and locked at all times when you leave your stateroom.
TELEPHONE
Room to room – simply dial the cabin number. For an international line please contact the Reception Desk (dial 9) for an outside line. 1,00 euro/minute.
Bike excursion meeting in the Panorama Lounge
If you have signed up for our Biking Excursion, or for those interested. Please meet with our CD & TDs for details on this excursion. Thank you,
Excursion Choice: Strasbourg City Tour
Our guided tour this morning begins drive to Strasbourg. We continue on foot as we admire the old town, including its impressive cathedral (when available). Return to the ship for lunch or remain in town for free time and lunch on your own.
Excursion Choice: Strasbourg City Biking
Explore Strasbourg, starting and ending at the ship. Biking mostly on paths, but must occasionally share the road with pedestrians and other cars, experienced bikers only, 8.5 miles (14 km). Start and finish at the ship. Regular bikes (not e-bikes).
Excursion Choice: Maginot Line Bunker Visit
If you have signed up for this option, please return on the 11:30am shuttle from the city. Voxes are required. Drive by coach (approximately 60 minutes) for a tour of the WWII bunker complex Maginot Bunkers- Lembach four à Chaux. Constructed in the 1930's, it was an ultramodern defensive fortification for it's time. Most of the facilities are still very well preserved. You must be able to ascend a fairly steep hill at the beginning of the tour and several flights of stairs to see the gun turret. Closed, sturdy shoes are a must.
Onboard Guest Entertainers: Chanson Trio Performance
Join us in the Panorama Lounge for our guest musicians, the critically acclaimed and talented French Jazz & Chanson Trio. Please note bar service is suspended during the performance out of respect to the musicians. Please feel free to arrive early for your beverage order.
DOCKING LOCATION
Entre os Rios, Portugal (AM)
Vila Nova de Gaia, Portugal (PM)
WEATHER
Precip: 40 %
Low: 51 °F I 11 °C High: 55 °F I 13 °C
ANNOUNCEMENTS
These are kept to a minimum, especially in the afternoons and evenings, so that we do not disturb you while resting. Please refer to your daily program for events. Feel free to arrange a wake up call!
ARTHUR’S BISTRO
Here you will find 24-hour tea, hot chocolate and coffee, delicious cookies, and healthy snacks. In the morning, enjoy a light continental breakfast offering, and during the day, enjoy casual a la carte dining. In the evening between 6:00 pm and 10:00 pm, Arthur's is available for a sharing-style dining experience or a la carte service. Bar service is available on request. No reservations are required in Arthur's.
BICYCLES / GOLF PUTTERS
See the Reception Desk to use. We have a fleet of low-step-through,21-gear bicycles with handbrakes. Please note a waiver must be signed for the bikes and the provided helmets must be worn.
FITNESS ROOM
Open 24/7, Deck 1. Out of respect for your fellow guests, please refrain from walking or jogging on the Sun Deck after 9:00pm and before 9:00am. Guests must be over the age of 18 or accompanied by an adult to use the fitness center.
IN-CABIN SAFE
There are instructions for programming your cabin safe located IN the safe itself. Call the Reception Desk (dial 9) for further assistance.
LAUNDRY
Find the services list and laundry bag in the bottom drawer in your cabin closet. Call the Reception Desk or ask your room attendant about pick-up.
LISTENING DEVICES
Please make sure your “VOX” – personal audio device – is placed in the charger in your cabin. Make sure it remains in the charger overnight throughout the tour. Earpieces are available at the Tauck Travel Desk. Please bring your listening device - "VOX" - every day for the tour, unless we tell you not to.
LUGGAGE STORAGE
There is space to store your luggage under your bed. Ask your cabin attendant if you require assistance.
MASSAGE
See the Reception Desk for details and appointments.
ONBOARD SAFETY VIDEO
While unpacking your belongings please be sure to view our Safety Video on your cabin television - Channel 4. We will play the video continuously throughout the cruise. If you have any further questions regarding safety procedures please see the Reception Desk.
RECEPTION
The Reception Desk is open everyday from 7:00 AM to 10:00 PM. Please dial 9 in order to contact the night watch outside of these hours. Wake-up calls are available upon request.
REFRESHMENTS
A cold-water dispenser is located on the Deck 2, foyer, beside the public washrooms. Tauck provides a reusable water bottle in your cabin for use throughout the tour and to take home with you. Snacks are available at anytime, anywhere on the ship, via our "Bite to Eat" menu which can be found in the black folder in your cabin. Order at the bar or by dialing the Reception (dial 9. Available until 11:00 pm.
SHIP SECURITY
All exterior ship doors are locked at all times when docked. Place your cabin keycard against the black sensor pad beside the jamb to open. Please always swipe your keycard on the Tauck Sensor Stand by the doors so that we know who is on and offboard at all times. Additionally, for your stateroom security, ensure that your balcony doors are shut and locked at all times when you leave your stateroom.
TELEPHONE
Room to room – simply dial the cabin number. For an international line please contact the Reception Desk (dial 9) for an outside line. 1,00 euro/minute.